About · The Mike Munding Legacy Foundation
Built on a Marine’s
legacy.
We exist to stand behind first responders, veterans and the families who carry the weight of their service.
01 — Mike & Kristin
A love story.
A mission.
Mike & Kristin
High school sweethearts
Kristin and Mike grew up in Las Vegas and married in 2001.
Semper Fi
Mike served in the U.S. Marine Corps in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He came home, and together they raised two amazing sons, while Mike quietly struggled with PTSD.
1 October
Kristin was at the 1 October shooting in Las Vegas. She saw the bravery and sacrifice of first responders up close, and afterward started showing up at local stations just to say thank you.
We lost Mike
After a long battle with PTSD, and the addiction he used to numb it, Mike died by suicide. He was an exceptional Marine, an ultramarathoner, and an amazing husband and father. He didn’t want to burden his family with what he carried.
Honored 25 is born
Kristin founded Honored 25 – The Mike Munding Legacy Foundation, a 501(c)(3), so other families get real tools and support before it’s too late.
Unburdened
Las Vegas showed up. The community raised $77K to bring Unburdened 6 to life: the speakers, the venue, and the gifts and plaques honoring those who serve.
If Mike’s story feels familiar, reach out today. Veterans, first responders and their families can dial 988, press 1, or text 838255. Free, confidential, 24/7.
In memory · Marine Mike Munding
Marine. Husband.
Father.
Husband
The Mundings
Dad
On the water
His boys
While “thank you” is appreciated, our first responders, military members and their families need tangible tools to manage the unimaginable trauma they endure on the job.
Kristin Munding · Founder & CEO
02 — Our mission
To honor Marine Mike Munding’s legacy by funding direct assistance, mental health resources and community events for the men and women who serve, and the families who stand behind them.
Our vision
A world where first responders, veterans and their families are never asked to carry the weight of their service alone.
03 — How we work
Three promises.
Zero excuses.
02
The whole family serves
The job comes home. Spouses and kids get resources and a seat at the table, not just the person in uniform.
03
Every dollar tracked
Each gift is recorded against a program. We’ll publish annual reports and our Form 990 as they become available.
04 — Built on trust
New foundation.
Old-school accountability.
Registered nonprofit. EIN 99-4302350.
Founded in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Annual reports and filings published as they become available.
Formal board oversight and audits as we grow.